Radiography Orientation Instructor

Ampcus Inc.•San Francisco, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Ampcus Inc. is seeking a Radiography Orientation Instructor to plan and deliver orientation for newly admitted students entering an 18-month entry-level radiography program. This role prepares students for success in online coursework, hands-on laboratory training, and clinical rotations by establishing clear expectations around professionalism, safety, communication, and program requirements. The instructor will provide a consistent and well-organized orientation experience for each incoming cohort, working under the direction of the Program Director and in coordination with the Clinical Coordinator. The UCSF Radiologic Technologist Training & Leadership Academy is an 18-month, full-time entry-level radiography program, developed in partnership with City College of San Francisco (CCSF). The program integrates asynchronous online coursework, weekly online meetings with instructors, face-to-face laboratory sessions, and supervised clinical rotations at five UCSF-affiliated imaging sites. The curriculum is structured to develop clinical competence, critical thinking, effective communication, and professionalism. The program is pursuing accreditation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and approval from the California Department of Public Health, Radiologic Health Branch (RHB); upon completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination in radiography [R.T.(R)].

Requirements

Knowledge of radiography education, professional expectations, and student transition needs.
Working knowledge of introductory radiation-safety and patient-safety principles.
Familiarity with radiography program supervision policies and accreditation/compliance requirements.
Strong presentation, facilitation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to organize and deliver structured orientation content to a student cohort.
Strong listening, advising, and student-support skills.
Ability to foster an inclusive, collaborative, and professional learning environment.
Proficiency with standard office software and learning-management/student-information systems.
Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or a related field, or equivalent education, training, or experience.

Nice To Haves

Radiography education or clinical experience is preferred.
Familiarity with JRCERT and/or ARRT standards and expectations is desirable.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver student orientation sessions covering program structure, policies, procedures, and expectations.
Introduce students to professional standards, patient safety, radiation safety, and clinical readiness.
Prepare students for the transition to online learning, laboratory instruction, and supervised clinical education.
Explain applicable supervision, competency, and compliance requirements.
Facilitate engaging presentations, discussions, activities, and student Q&A sessions.
Promote professionalism, accountability, inclusion, collaboration, and effective communication.
Identify and address common transition challenges faced by newly admitted allied-health students.
Coordinate orientation activities with program faculty and clinical leadership.
Maintain accurate attendance, completion, and orientation documentation.
Use learning-management systems, student-information platforms, and standard office applications.
Provide appropriate guidance and support while maintaining program standards and boundaries.